Isode

High-Grade Messaging Software

Isode supplies messaging and directory server software to sectors requiring high levels of reliability, security and support.

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italian navy ship — Isode’s messaging software is deployed with nato and Allied Nation Navies.

Isode supplies messaging and directory server software to sectors requiring high levels of reliability, security and support.

More than 100 aviation authorities and the militaries of more than 30 nations use Isode software to ensure the secure exchange of vital electronic communications over infrastructures, ranging from internet quality links to constrained bandwidth and / or high-latency bearers such as high-frequency (HF) radio and SatCom.

High-grade military email messaging

Isode email messaging servers support a wide range of messaging protocols, including the North Atlantic treaty organisation (NATO) standard STANAG 4406, X400, ACP127 (in a gateway configuration), simple mail transfer protocol (SMTP), and military messaging over SMTP.

In a gateway configuration, Isode server software enable message exchange between all supported protocols, as well as ACP127 including broadcast and ship to shore or (BRASS) and / or function as an ACP145 gateway.

Isode's XMPP instant messaging software is the product for nato's access media network (AMN) and feasible multicast network (FMN).

Isode products include server software for message switching and storage and client software, such as our Harrier military messaging client.

Isode messaging gateway software can convert to and from numerous messaging protocols.

Isode's XMPP server can be used as the basis for instant messaging, multi-user chat and structured form services.

Military instant messaging

Isode is the market leader in the provision of standards complaint instant messaging solutions using the extensible messaging and presence protocol (XMPP), the preferred method for military instant messaging, multi-user chat and forms data processing.

Isode’s XMPP products include servers, gateways (including to existing internet relay chat (IRC) chat networks) along with client software and feature support for security labelling, message acknowledgements and digital signatures.

Isode’s XMPP Server and XMPP Client were the first XMPP products to be included on the approved products list maintained by the US Defence Information Systems Agency (DISA).

Constrained network communications

All Isode products can be configured to operate efficiently over constrained networks including SatCom, HF and Wideband HF.

Our email messaging servers support high-grade military messaging using standardisation agreement (STANAG) 4406 Annex E and internet messaging using batch simple message transfer protocol (BSMTP) and ACP142.

Isode has led the industry on the development of open standards to support operation of XMPP-based services in constrained network environments, including an optimised server to server protocol and federated multi-user chat.

Server and client software for military applications

Isode supplies messaging client, core server and gateway software. Our Swift XMPP Client is designed with military users in mind and available for Windows, Linux and Mac OSX. Swift is a free, open-source client available for download. Commercial support contracts for Swift are also available.

Our Harrier email client is available for Android devices and as a browser-based application, with capabilities to support both military and standard email messaging.

Projects

Project 11356 Admiral Grigorovich Class Frigates

The Project 11356 Admiral Grigorovich Class frigates are constructed at Yantar Shipyard, based in Kaliningrad, for the Russian Navy.

Press Releases

Isode XMPP Solution Day: Delivering Reliable, Secure C2 Communications

XMPP (Extensible Messaging and Presence Protocol) is an open-standard messaging protocol that enables secure, real-time communication between users and systems. Originally developed for instant messaging, XMPP has evolved into a reliable foundation for military and defence communications.

Isode Enhances File Transfer Capabilities Over HF Networks with Innovative XMPP-HTTP Integration

Isode, a leading provider of messaging and directory software for mission-critical applications, has announced a breakthrough in file transfer over High Frequency (HF) radio networks. Recognizing the inherent challenges of HF communication—such as low bandwidth, high latency, and unreliable links, Isode has developed a robust solution that significantly improves reliability and efficiency in these constrained environments.

Isode Demonstrates Link-16 and C2 Protocol Support Over HF Radio with Icon-PEP

Isode continues to break new ground in mission-critical communications with the release of a new whitepaper showcasing how Link-16 and other Command and Control (C2) protocols can be successfully deployed over High Frequency (HF) radio using TCP streaming.

Isode Unveils How M-Switch Security Labels Ensure Sensitive Communications Reach the Right Hands

Isode, a leading provider of messaging and directory solutions, is spotlighting how its flagship messaging server, M-Switch, uses Security Labels to ensure secure, policy-driven communication across sensitive networks.

Isode is thrilled to announce its participation in NATO Edge 2024, taking place from December 3-5 in Tampa, Florida.

This three-day event will bring together over 3,000 key leaders, including senior NATO officials, government and military representatives, and industry experts to explore the future of defence technology and strategy.

Isode Are Returning to the WEST Sea Services Event in San Diego

The WEST conference is the premier Naval Expo on the West Coast, mixing industry professionals who build platforms for defence, manufacturers of technical and communications systems and government and military personnel under one roof for the 3 day conference.

Isode Announce Release of Harrier 3.1 and Cobalt 1.1

Isode is excited to announce the release of Harrier 3.1 and Cobalt 1.1. These releases are an important step for our Draft, Review & Release Solution, a capability of particular interest within Military Deployments.